2005 Ford Escape vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500

To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Escape 1967 Mitsubishi 500
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Escape 500
Year Released 2005 1967
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2999 cc 594 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 23 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 34 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1652 kg 530 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3170 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2070 mm


 

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